Deputy PM Waits on Schedules for Udon Thani Lab Access

Deputy Prime Minister Yotchanan Wongsuwat revealed he is waiting for information to allow entry to the Udon Thani lab, confirming police oversight, and emphasized that construction of the new campus is proceeding in parallel. On October 26, 2026 at Government House, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Yotchanan Wongsuwat gave an interview regarding opening the original campus area for Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, Udon Thani campus students during the relocation transition. He was asked about progress on class schedules from the educational institution. Currently, the dean and RMUTI in Bangkok can coordinate, and the ministry will assist by trying to find external lab space for students. However, some students, though few, still need to use labs and equipment at the original site for practical studies. This part will compile class schedule data to ensure safety during travel to study, and he thanked everyone for cooperation. Yotchanan said he supports harmony among all students and institutions, and places high importance on this to make education a hope, proceeding in parallel with plans for a new campus site, which has made reasonable progress. It is the same site discussed two years ago; land filling and layout adjustments have begun for construction, including budget planning for the next academic year. He reiterated commitment to education standards. Regarding the budget for the new campus relocation, Yotchanan said budget discussions have been ongoing since two years ago, everything is in the plan, and now they must see what additional equipment is needed and will add accordingly. When pressed on when students can enter the original site, Yotchanan said they must wait for class schedules and equipment lists for only the necessary items not available at the new site. Activities must be reported for further action. Not all students will enter the old site because some can use other campuses to maintain continuity. Asked about safety measures, Yotchanan said police officers are already on site, and once teaching plans are received, they will know how many students will use the facility. This term only; next term, less than a month away, requires a 100% move. Regarding students who still want to use the original site, the Deputy PM said it should be discussed within the institution, while the ministry will provide a framework and guidelines to support all sides' transition. For student concerns about moving costs, talks with administrators will assist, including compensation for dormitory deposits and other living details for both students and faculty. If dissatisfied, students wanting to transfer to a campus nearer home will be accommodated.